Vendor consultant optimizing casualty claims partnerships for Allstate Canada’s home and auto insurer. Managing performance, audits, forecasting, and strategic vendor expansion.
Responsibilities
Serve as the business lead and subject matter expert for vendor management processes within Casualty Claims Operations
Monitor and oversee vendor performance to ensure service level agreements, customer experience standards, and operational expectations are consistently achieved
Develop, maintain, and report on vendor performance metrics, scorecards, and operational results
Build and maintain strong relationships with external vendors and internal business partners
Lead and manage change management initiatives across multiple operational areas, including vendor onboarding and offshore engagement activities
Partner with vendors on workforce planning and resource management to support demand forecasts and maximize operational efficiency
Coordinate vendor audits, reviews, and compliance activities to ensure adherence to contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and operational standards
Manage multiple initiatives simultaneously while balancing day-to-day operational priorities
Review and address internal and external escalations related to vendor performance and service delivery
Conduct regular business reviews with vendor partners to identify successes, address challenges, and drive continuous improvement
Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to optimize vendor value and operational effectiveness
Identify opportunities for vendor program expansion and recommend innovative solutions that support business objectives
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external vendor partners, procurement teams and business leaders to support expansion and optimization of the casualty vendor program
Requirements
Experience in vendor management, operations, claims or a related business function
Knowledge of procurement processes, contract management, and vendor governance practices
Accident Benefits and or Bodily Injury insurance industry experience, particularly within Claims Operations
Experience managing vendor relationships and monitoring operational performance metrics
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and working with multiple stakeholders
Experience presenting business results and recommendations to leadership teams
Ability to analyze operational data and translate insights into actionable recommendations
Experience with resource planning, forecasting, and performance management
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-management abilities
Experience using Guidewire ClaimCenter or similar claims platforms
CIP or working towards CIP, ACIP, CRM or FCIP designation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered
Benefits
Flexible Work Arrangements
Employee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus many other products and services)
Good Office program (receive up to 400$ back after purchasing office equipment)
Student Loan Payment Matching Program for Government Student loans
Comprehensive Retirement Savings Program with employer matched contributions
Annual Wellness allowance to support employees with improving health and wellbeing
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